Searching the Internet
Advanced Internet Training
Part Two
This web page is the courseware for the Advanced Internet class offered
free to registered DTIC users. http://www.dtic.mil/dtic/registration
The class focuses on the function and characteristics of the various Subject
Directories and Search Engines emphasizing the importance of search strategy.
Time is also spent on the significance of evaluating web pages for content
and currency. The schedule of classes is listed at: http://www.dtic.mil/dtic/training/schedule.html
Presented by
Internet Training Instructor,
training@dtic.mil
Network Services Division
Defense Technical Information Center
Searching the Web
The following links provide an opportunity to review and compare the various
Search Engines available on the Web. Searching for and retrieving accurate,
timely and appropriate information has become the challenge of the day. Reading
the opinions and experiences of the professionals may smooth the way for searching
the Internet effectively.
Comparison of Search Engines
There are several Web sites devoted to guiding us through the maze of features
provided by a variety of Search Engines. Spend some time reviewing the features
so as to be able to compare and contrast the resources. This knowledge should
prepare you for searching more efficiently.
Tutorials
Get help along the way by visiting sites that provide some tutorial assistance.
See the following:
Librarians' Choice
Always ask the experts!
Special Databases
In order to allay the myth that the Internet is FREE and everything
is on it! visit the "brand" name commercial databases available on the
Net. Each vendor may have a web page but accessing the databases will start to
cost. You will require a login, password and method of payment. Remember that
the collection, organization and retrieval of information is a costly enterprise.
THE VIRTUAL REFERENCE DESK
LEGAL SITES
BUSINESS INTERNET SITES
BUSINESS MARKETING RESEARCH
FINANCE INTERNET SITES
SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
ENVIRONMENT
MEDICINE
JOB LISTINGS
TRAVEL
CITING WEB SITES
Are you using the Internet for serious research? Be sure to cite the location
where you gathered your information. The following web sites give the official
method for accomplishing this.
- Cyber Law - Copyright
http://www.cyberlaw.com
WEB PAGE CREATION
WEB PAGE GRAPHICS
CONTINUING EDUCATION
Evaluating Web Resources
The biggest challenge with searching the Internet is evaluating the integrity
of information retrieved. One must be very cautious not to slip into complacency
and believe everything one reads. There is a great deal of misinformation
so check the authority and date of information cited.
Staying Up To Date
The following sites track changes and new developments in the world of Search
Engines technology.
Periodical Articles
It is now possible to stay abreast of new search tools and techniques
by reading the current literature online. The following e-journals are a good
place to start.
Electronic Mail Groups
Electronic Mail Groups or Discussion Groups enable you to stay on top of the
newest trends. I-Search is a new mail list that explores this frontier.
Find Books About Search Engines
Now you can order books about Search Engines in the comfort of your workstation.
You can find related titles that people have purchased on your subject area
or be linked to other similar categories of books.
For further information contact me,
Internet Instructor
Defense Technical Information Center (DTIC)
8725 John J. Kingman Rd., Rm 1817
Ft. Belvoir, VA 22060-6218
Phone (703) 767-8221 FAX (703) 767-8228
DSN: 427-8221/8265 FAX 427-8228
training@dtic.mil
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Searching the Internet (Advanced)--Part One
training@dtic.mil
October 2004